Exhibition

A place where feelings take form

2024.08.03 | Tokyo

Maria and Nacchan held an exhibition of their paintings and photographs.

“The courage to give your feelings a form, and send them to someone.”

The room, surrounded by their work, was warm and gentle and strong. Touched by what came through in their pieces, I found myself wanting to hold a photography exhibition of my own. An unforgettable day that gave me courage.

Messages from Maria and Nacchan

From Maria

It was my first exhibition and I was nervous, but seeing the photographs Koto took brought the feelings of that day back vividly. I am so glad to have these alongside our own work.

From Nacchan

Holding an exhibition was a dream, and having Koto record that moment — all of it is a treasure. If our work gave someone courage, there is no greater joy.

After the shoot

Maria, Nacchan — thank you for inviting me to such a wonderful exhibition. The room surrounded by your work overflowed with feeling and with drive. Paintings and photographs, each trying in its own language to reach someone — it moved me. That day, the two of you gave me the courage to think “I want to hold an exhibition too.” For me as a photographer, it was a real turning point. I will keep cheering on whatever you take on next.

Koto

Shall we keep your moments in photographs, too?

Photographs you will treasure for a lifetime.

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